Updated Content 05/21/2025
Are you interested in a career as a vital healthcare team member? WVJC Online is proud to offer an associate degree in medical office administration (MOA) that highlights the importance of leaders within various medical fields outside of direct patient care. “This is our most versatile degree. This diverse program allows you to learn a little bit of everything that you will need to know to work in a medical office,” said Dr. Kacey Eagle, Allied Health Program Director.
What is Medical Office Administration?
Medical office administrators are valued members of the healthcare team. They ensure that medical facilities operate efficiently and smoothly. This role allows individuals to impact people’s lives positively. If you aren’t looking for a direct patient care role, but you still want a rewarding career in the medical field, medical office administration may be a good fit for you.
So, what does a medical office administrator do? These professionals handle various medical office duties. They are highly organized, detail-oriented individuals who can keep track of paperwork physically and digitally. Being in the medical field requires attention to detail. Students will acquire the skills needed to work in settings such as hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
How to Become a Medical Office Administrator
WVJC Online’s Medical Office Administration degree program will help you build a solid foundation that employers seek. Many topics are covered, including anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical insurance and coding, and other essential subjects. Students will learn fundamental knowledge and skills in performing basic coding, maintaining electronic health records, handling billing, scheduling appointments, transcribing doctors’ notes, using medical software, and more. Graduates will be ahead of the curve when applying for jobs because these skills are vital to an efficient and well-managed healthcare office.
Students also complete an externship during their time in the program. This training allows students to practice the skills they’ve learned in a real-world setting and gain experience that can be listed on their resumes, potentially increasing their future employment opportunities.
Additionally, the program will prepare you for certain National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exams that help to strengthen your appeal in the job market. The certifications our students are prepared to sit for are the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant*, Certified Billing and Coding Specialist**, and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist exams**.
You may wonder, what can you do with a medical office administration degree? In just 18 months, this program prepares our graduates to be career-ready! Upon completing the program, there are many options for graduates to pursue. With this degree, graduates can go on to manage a doctor’s office, work with insurance companies, work at the admission desk of a hospital, or become a doctor’s administrative assistant. These are just a few examples of potential jobs in a vast field of work that is constantly growing and changing.
“A degree in Medical Office Administration allows you to thrive in the medical field without participating in direct patient care,” added Dr. Eagle.
Start Your Career in Medical Office Administration with WVJC!
Why choose medical office administration? Becoming a medical office administrator is the perfect choice for someone wanting a rewarding career in the healthcare field without direct patient contact.
To learn more about WVJC Online’s Medical Office Administration program, request information today and speak with one of our admissions team members!
*Certification is contingent on passing the corresponding certification exam. Required/ Included in Tuition/Fees.
**Certification is contingent on passing the corresponding certification exam. Optional at own expense.
Certifying entities are independent and not affiliated with or connected to West Virginia Junior College in any manner.